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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Causes of vibration

Vibration on a Volkswagen Golf Mk7 can stem from several causes, including uneven tyre wear — this page explains that driving-induced wear isn't always evenly spread across the tread.

Vibration can have a number of different causes. Vibration can also be caused by tyre wear. Tyre wear caused by driving is not always evenly spread across the entire running surface of the tyre. This causes slight imbalances which affect the smooth running of a wheel which was previously exactly balanced.
Minor imbalances will not be felt at the steering wheel, but that does not mean that they are not there. They increase wear on the tyre and thus reduce the tyre service life.
Recommendation
To ensure
optimal safety,
smoothest possible running and
even wear
throughout a tyre's service life, we recommend having the wheels and tyres balanced at least twice during the tyre's service life.
   

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    Causes of vibration — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What causes wheel/tyre vibration on the Golf Mk7?
    Imbalance, tyre flat spots, rim damage, incorrect bead seating, worn CV joints or wheel bearings, and brake disc runout.
    Vibration due to wheels/tyres - causes and rectification
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    Conducting a road test before balancing wheels
    If a customer brings a vehicle to the workshop complaining about “vibration”, a road test is essential prior to balancing the wheels. ...